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Hey black child

Book • 2017
Originally written for the play 'The Black Fairy' in 1974, 'Hey Black Child' is a powerful poem that encourages Black children to recognize their potential and strive for greatness.

The poem was later published as a children's book in 2017, featuring illustrations by Bryan Collier.

It offers a counter-narrative to dominant discourses about Black childhood, emphasizing possibility and capability.

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Mentioned by Camille Foster when reflecting on a display during Black History Month.
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